Paul Simmons

Paul Simmons

Previously a regional director for Barclays Bank, Paul is currently an executive coach, supporting senior business leaders.

He was chairman of St Theresa’s House, a charity for the homeless in Peterborough, for three years and a member of the Greater Peterborough Investment Agency board for five years. He has a wealth of experience of the public, private and charitable sectors, and with 37 years in banking, has considerable business support, financial management, training and governance skills.

“Having lived in the Greater Peterborough area for over 20 years, I’m committed to helping make our city a great place to live and work. I believe the new Trust can play a big part in the city’s development and I welcome the opportunity to be actively involved.

”I regularly support cultural and leisure activities in the city, ranging from shows at the theatres to being a season ticket holder at Peterborough United. I have a particular interest in library services as my wife is a Library Assistant in Lincolnshire, which has made me very aware of the tremendous benefits a well-run library service can bring to communities.”